Finance Manager (Retail - Construction Materials)
A commercially astute Finance Manager or an experienced leader seeking a step-up opportunity can thrive in this role.
Job Description:
This is an opportunity for a financially savvy Finance Manager to join a growing construction materials retail business in Western Sydney. You will establish and manage the financial framework of their expanding retail operations, driving performance through analytical skills and proactive leadership.
You will provide crucial financial analysis to leadership and be comfortable in a dynamic retail/trading environment. As a key driver in the upcoming system implementation, you will play a vital role in shaping the financial future of the organisation.
This role offers more than standard accounting; it demands a proactive leader with strong analytical skills to drive performance, especially in retail margin management, retail headcount optimisation, and retail logistics cost control.
Responsibilities:
* Assume full ownership of the trial balance, ensuring accurate representation of all financial data.
* Spearhead and manage the upcoming system implementation (Business Central).
* Oversee and execute the month-end closing process, adhering to all group reporting deadlines and requirements.
* Work closely with department heads to develop comprehensive budget and forecast workings that align with business objectives.
* Oversee the processing of AP and AR invoices and the preparation of short-term cash flow forecasts.
* Prepare monthly management accounts and reporting packages, conducting thorough variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
* Conduct in-depth financial analysis and formulate clear, actionable strategic recommendations for leadership.
* Perform Balance Sheet reviews, ensuring reconciliation of all accounts and proactively addressing any discrepancies.
* Directly manage, mentor, and develop a finance team of 3.
* Oversee daily transactional accounting for retail operations, including Point of Sale (POS) system reconciliation and accurate inventory costing methodologies specific to construction materials retail.
* Implement and monitor robust internal financial controls specific to the retail environment, and manage cash handling procedures across all retail locations to safeguard assets.
Requirements:
* Advanced Excel for sophisticated data analysis and manipulation.
* Team leadership experience.
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent time management and a keen eye for detail.
* Prior experience within a retail and/or distribution business is highly regarded.
* Experience with analytical tools such as PowerBI is highly regarded.
* CPA/CA qualification is highly regarded.
* Prior experience with ERP system implementation, particularly Business Central, would be a significant advantage.